Carter Faith’s debut album is the first to be released on the new imprint
Music Corporation of America (MCA) and esteemed songwriter Jessie Jo Dillon proudly announce the launch of Gatsby Records, a new imprint under MCA. Rising country artist Carter Faith is the imprint’s first signed act. Faith’s highly anticipated debut album, Cherry Valley, is set to be released on October 3rd, marking the beginning of a new chapter for Carter and the label.
Fueled by Jessie Jo Dillon’s steadfast devotion to nurturing the Nashville creative community, the launch of Gatsby Records offers a platform for fearless artists to amplify their voices and aligns with MCA’s commitment to fostering unique, boundary-pushing talent. Carter Faith’s distinctive sound and artistry are part of MCA’s commitment to nurturing groundbreaking voices in country music.
“Like Fitzgerald’s Jay Gatsby, I believe in the ‘green light’ – the unwavering hope of a dream coming true. This imprint is a home for artists who aren’t afraid to be themselves, sound different and transform. If it’s raw, if it’s beautiful and if it even scares you a little, then it belongs at Gatsby Records,” shares Dillon. “Carter Faith isn’t just a rising voice in country music – she is a unique storyteller who blends vulnerability with edge. We share a strong creative synergy and vision and I couldn’t be prouder to work alongside her to bring the world of Cherry Valley to life. I’m so excited for this new venture and deeply grateful to Dave Cobb, Mike Harris and MCA for collaborating with me to bring my lifelong aspiration of Gatsby Records to fruition.”
“Cherry Valley is an album that is deeply personal to me and I’m so grateful to be working with Jessie Jo Dillon and MCA to launch this music on Gatsby Records,” adds Faith. “Jessie Jo is building this label with heart and with soul – she has a true passion and talent for making sure artists get heard. I’m proud to be working with her and so honored to be the first artist on Gatsby Records.”
Reigning two-time ACM Awards Songwriter of the Year Jessie Jo Dillon is a top creative force in today’s songwriting community. She is a perennial six-time Grammy Awards nominee, including back-to-back nominations for Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical in 2024 and 2025, and multiple nominations for Best Country Song. Known for her evocative lyrics and hit sensibilities, Jessie Jo has written chart-topping hits recorded by some of the biggest names in music including Morgan Wallen, Jelly Roll, Post Malone, George Strait, Miranda Lambert, Tyler Hubbard, Old Dominion, Keith Urban, Tim McGraw, Hardy, Maren Morris, Cole Swindell and Brothers Osborne, to name a few.
